Panasonic G9 vs Samsung DV300F

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic G9 and Samsung DV300F, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and DV300F (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and DV300F (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The G9 was announced 5 years after the DV300F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G9 scores against the DV300F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 provides external dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G9 and Samsung DV300F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the G9 compared to the DV300F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G9 and DV300F is 62 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and DV300F.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic G9 will show more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern G9 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.